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November 26th 04, 07:14 AM
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Which overflow
I recently read that it seems overflow boxes using pumps are more
troublesome than those that don't, specifically losing siphon. I'm getting ready to start a 50 gallon tank with a 10 gallon sump. I've been debating between the Amiracle U-tube type and the CPR CS-50 with the aqua lifter. Which do you guys recommend? Thanks Scott 
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November 26th 04, 01:14 PM
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U-tube
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November 26th 04, 03:15 PM
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amiracle is good. so is lifereef.
"Skylove" wrote in message ... I recently read that it seems overflow boxes using pumps are more troublesome than those that don't, specifically losing siphon. I'm getting ready to start a 50 gallon tank with a 10 gallon sump. I've been debating between the Amiracle U-tube type and the CPR CS-50 with the aqua lifter. Which do you guys recommend? Thanks Scott
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November 26th 04, 03:54 PM
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"Skylove" wrote in message
... I recently read that it seems overflow boxes using pumps are more troublesome than those that don't, specifically losing siphon. I'm getting ready to start a 50 gallon tank with a 10 gallon sump. I've been debating between the Amiracle U-tube type and the CPR CS-50 with the aqua lifter. Which do you guys recommend? remember the principle KISS. the basic u-tube is simple and reliable. No chance of losing siphon unless you lift the tube out of the water. Anything else risks the loss of siphon -- Margolis http://web.archive.org/web/200302152...qs/AGQ2FAQ.htm http://www.unrealtower.org/faq
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November 26th 04, 09:27 PM
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If you are going with a sump then I would look into having your tank
drilled. That way you wouldnt have to worry about all the problems with a hang on overflow box. Drilling and the bulkhead should run more then 30 bucks or so depending on where you have it done. It would be a good investment considering the time and money you will be putting into this tank. Ken "Margolis" wrote in message ... "Skylove" wrote in message ... I recently read that it seems overflow boxes using pumps are more troublesome than those that don't, specifically losing siphon. I'm getting ready to start a 50 gallon tank with a 10 gallon sump. I've been debating between the Amiracle U-tube type and the CPR CS-50 with the aqua lifter. Which do you guys recommend? remember the principle KISS. the basic u-tube is simple and reliable. No chance of losing siphon unless you lift the tube out of the water. Anything else risks the loss of siphon
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January 3rd 05, 07:00 PM
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Amiracle U-tube type is what I use with very little trubble
www.reeftanksonline.com "Skylove" wrote in message ... I recently read that it seems overflow boxes using pumps are more troublesome than those that don't, specifically losing siphon. I'm getting ready to start a 50 gallon tank with a 10 gallon sump. I've been debating between the Amiracle U-tube type and the CPR CS-50 with the aqua lifter. Which do you guys recommend? Thanks Scott
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